Franklin Victorian Bed & Breakfast, The
Welcome to Sparta Wisconsin! Bed, Breakfast, Bike & Beyond! be warm...be welcome...be at home. Elegant, Romantic, Travel Green, Warm, Clean and Friendly.
The Franklin Victorian Bed & Breakfast is Proud to be on the "State & National Register as of January 2005". A Great Outdoors Destination with 4-seasons of Recreation. Be our guest at the Franklin Victorian Bed & Breakfast Inn, in the heart of Sparta, Wisconsin “The Bicycling Capital of America”. The bed & breakfast is located in the Hidden Valleys of Southwestern Wisconsin. It is very close to the Elroy-Sparta and other state bike trail, and opportunities for hiking, canoeing, kayaking, Amish Country, restaurants, theaters, golf course, shopping and more. We host Murder Mystery Weekends November thru April. The warmth of our romantic retreat welcomes you at the door. Built in the early (c.1900s) by a Sparta Banker, Mr. W.G. Williams, this Queen Anne-style bed & breakfast features leaded stained glass window, fireplace, open staircase and other unique architectural features. Inside, you’ll find beautiful antiques, fresh flowers, lace window treatments, wonderful woodwork and decor. Amenities include a scrumptious full breakfast, cookies and much more, inside bike storage and shuttles service is available. Book your stay in one of our four elegant and spacious guestrooms today and see for yourself why our bed & breakfast is one of Sparta’s true treasures.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Nearest major city: La Crosse, WI (25 miles west)
- Directions to property:
I-90, Exit 25. - Nearest major airport: La Crosse, WI (WSE-La Crosse County) 30 miles
- Directions from airport:
I-90, East - Meeting places:
- Train station in Tomah
- Airport
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: 1 Suite and 3 Rooms offered
- There are 4 guest accommodations (4 with private baths)
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 98.00 and $ 129.00
- The rate for each additional person is $ 25.00
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Air conditioning | Alarm clock |
| Amenities Basket | Bath robes |
| CD player | Ceiling fans |
| Coffee/Tea facilities | DVD Player |
| Desk | Fireplace |
| Fridge | Hairdryer |
| Hot tub/whirlpool tub | Internet Service |
| Ironing Board | Radio |
| Turndown Service | Wi-Fi |
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| On Site | |
| Board games | Computer |
| Copier | Fax Machine |
| Library | Private entrance |
| Satellite/Cable TV | TV |
| Telephone | VCR |
| Videos | |
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| Other Amenitites | |
| Afternoon wine and cheese reception | We offer inside bicycle storage during your stay |
| We are a Certified Travel Green WI Destination | On-site guest computer to use, Wi-Fi |
| Bike Shuttle Service for guests | |
Meals
- A Full breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: 8:30 a.m.
- Breakfast is served in the Breakfast/dining area, In room
- Additional food services included in room rate: Homemade cookies, Non-alcoholic beverage, Wine/cheese
- Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
- Our signature dish is Wild Rice Quiche
The guests Favorite!
Policies
- No minimum stay required
- Smoking is not allowed (outside only)
- We cannot accommodate guest pets
- Limitations on children staying (over the age of six)
- No childcare is provided
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Bring your own)
- Deposit amount required (Reservations: Advance reservations are suggested but not required. To confirm a reservation, we require a credit card. We accept Visa, MasterCard, cash or personal check.)
- Check in time is 3:00- 7:00PM and Check out time is 11:00AM
- Cancellations:
Cancellations: Regular policy:
10 days prior to arrival: Full refund. Please call us to cancel. If you email us, we'll need to send a confirmation email in response.
9 days prior to arrival or less: Refund, We will be pleased to provide you with a non-refundable gift certificate, good for another visit and subject to availability. No shows and early checkouts are subject to full charge.
In making your reservation you are agreeing to our policy.
* You have one month to cancel during Warren Cranfest Wkd.in September, if not you will be charged for your total stay.
Murder Mystery Weekend Cancellation: Murder Mystery page and website. - Accepted by the following agencies:
- Hidden Valley B&B Association
- La Crosse Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
- Sparta & La Crosse Chamber of Com.
- Wisconsin Innkeepers Association
- Chamber of Commerce
Discounts available:| | 10% | Active Military @ Fort McCoy | |
| | 10% | Mid-week | |
Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Jennifer and Steve Dunn
Jennifer and Steve Dunn moved to Sparta, Wisconsin in 2002 with their daughter Kayla and son Nicholas. Jennifer has always wanted to own and run a bed and breakfast. With her interior design background, it only seemed natural. Both Jennifer and Steve had grown up in La Crosse, Wisconsin where their families still live. Because of their love of the Midwest and their family ties in Wisconsin, they wanted to return to their roots. We love what we are doing, so come visit we would love meeting you. - The innkeepers speak: English
Area Attractions
Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Beach, Casino, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Kickapoo River, Warrens Cranberry Fest, Wisconsin Cheese Stores, Elroy-Sparta State Bike Trail, Amish Country, Fort Mc Coy, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Kayaking, Elroy-Sparta State Trail, Great River State Trail, La Crosse River State Trail, Murder Mystery Weekends, Wildcat Mountain State Park, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Snow shoe trails, Swimming pool, Tennis courts, Water sports
Sparta Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Sparta, Wisconsin.